IPL 2025 Orange & Purple Cap: Who Scored The Most Runs And Took The Most Wickets After Each Team’s First Match?
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has kicked off with thrilling performances, showcasing explosive batting and game-changing bowling spells. As every team completes its first match, the race for the prestigious Orange Cap (most runs) and Purple Cap (most wickets) is heating up. Here’s a deep dive into the top performers and key takeaways from the opening encounters.
1. Ishan Kishan Leads the Orange Cap Race with a Blazing Century
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Mumbai Indians’ Ishan Kishan stole the show with a stunning 106-run knock at a strike rate of 225.53, smashing 11 fours and 6 sixes to take the top spot in the most runs list.
2. Shreyas Iyer Follows Closely with a Sensational 97
Kolkata Knight Riders’ captain Shreyas Iyer came close to a ton, hammering 97 runs at an impressive strike rate of 230.95, placing himself firmly in the race for the Orange Cap.
3. Nicholas Pooran’s Explosive 75 at a Record Strike Rate
Lucknow Super Giants’ Nicholas Pooran delivered a whirlwind 75* off just 30 balls, boasting a mind-blowing strike rate of 250.00, the highest among top scorers so far.
4. Sai Sudharsan and Mitchell Marsh Display Consistency
Gujarat Titans’ Sai Sudharsan (74 runs, SR 180.49) and Delhi Capitals’ Mitchell Marsh (72 runs, SR 200.00) showed class with their composed yet aggressive knocks.
5. Emerging Players Shine – Dhruv Jurel & Ashutosh Sharma Impress
Rajasthan Royals’ Dhruv Jurel (70 runs, SR 200.00) and Punjab Kings’ Ashutosh Sharma (66 runs, SR 212.90) have grabbed headlines with their fearless batting performances.
6. Noor Ahmad Dominates Purple Cap Standings with 4 Wickets
Gujarat Titans’ left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad dismantled the opposition with 4 wickets at a staggering average of 4.50, positioning himself as the top wicket-taker so far.
7. Khaleel Ahmed, Krunal Pandya & Sai Kishore Take 3 Each
Delhi Capitals’ Khaleel Ahmed, LSG’s Krunal Pandya, and Gujarat’s Sai Kishore all bagged 3 wickets each, proving their effectiveness in the powerplay and middle overs.
8. Mitchell Starc & Tushar Deshpande Start Strong for KKR & CSK
Mitchell Starc made an impact for KKR with 3 wickets despite conceding 42 runs, while CSK’s Tushar Deshpande also picked up 3 wickets at an economy of 14.67.
9. Points Table: SRH & RCB Lead with Massive NRR Boosts
Sunrisers Hyderabad (+2.200) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (+2.137) top the points table after dominant wins, while Rajasthan Royals (-2.200) and KKR (-2.137) are at the bottom.
10. High Strike Rates & Wicket-Taking Spinners Stealing the Show
Early IPL 2025 trends indicate a power-packed batting approach and an increased influence of wrist-spinners like Noor Ahmad and Sai Kishore in dismantling top orders.
